Washington State Dept. of Natural Resources opening for a
Natural Resource Scientist 3 - Geologist
Recruitment # 2013-01-6034
Open until filled
SALARY RANGE: $4,318 - $5,663 per month plus comprehensive benefit
package
($4,192 - $5,498 with 3% temporary reduction)
POSITION PROFILE:
This is a permanent, full-time position located in Olympia, Washington.
This position provides scientific consultation to DNR region Forest
Practices Foresters and the Forest Practices Division on the effects of
proposed forest management activities on potentially unstable slopes,
erosion potential, channel migration zones, groundwater recharge
hazards, hydrologic impacts and wetlands. This position may present
training to DNR Forest Practices Foresters, TFW stakeholders, Tribal
members and employees, and the general public on forest practices
scientific issues.
The position may provide scientific support and testimony in forest
practices enforcement actions and appeals.
On occasion, participates in special department or FP Division projects.
May be requested to participate on the CMER committee.
Work is performed in isolated unimproved managed forest and natural
areas. The employee works in steep mountainous terrain with slope
gradients greater than 70 percent (35 degrees) in all weather
conditions. Working in dense and fallen vegetation and trees presents
hidden uneven terrain and obstacles which, along with slippery wet
vegetation, may be hazardous. This position provides scientific
consultation for South Puget Sound Region.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Required education is Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrology, Soil
Science, Forestry or closely related natural resources field, and an
Engineering Geologist License in good standing in the State of
Washington. The successful candidate must have a minimum of three years
of professional experience evaluating unstable slopes in the forested
environment as required by WAC 222-10-030(5). The candidate needs to
have experience in evaluating unstable slopes and identifying the
presence of and delineating channel migration zones according to
Washington's Forest Practices rules. It is desirable that the candidate
have experience carrying out or overseeing scientific research. The
person should be able to participate positively in small groups with
representatives from various backgrounds.
For more details, information and HOW TO APPLY: CLICK HERE
<http://agency.governmentjobs.com/dnr/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=5
88360> or go to www.dnr.wa.gov/aboutdnr/employment.
Questions about this opportunity? Contact Leslie Lingley at
#360-902-2138 or email us at [email protected]
